A Walk of a Humble Christian

"Father God, please guide me as I write this article based on Your Word. Help me to write this to glorify You, and let Your words bring clarity to those who seek You. May Your truth help people discern and embrace correct beliefs. I pray and seek everything in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen." Diving in My journey as a humble Christian has been marked by the often-overwhelming reality of spiritual warfare. As I reflect on the words of the Paul in Ephesians 6:12, "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms," I cannot help but feel the weight of this intense struggle in my own life. This is the story of my personal battles and the pain, doubt, and hope that come with the spiritual warfare that every believer faces. The Unrelenting Reality of Spiritual Warfare The enemy's attacks can take ma...

"For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast" (Ephesians 2:8-9). This powerful passage from the Bible encapsulates the essence of God's grace, which we often experience in our lives without fully grasping its profound meaning. Let us delve deeper into the concept of grace through a personal story and scriptural references. A Personal Experience of God's Grace Once, I found myself unprepared for an important exam. In my despair, I helped a classmate cheat and, in turn, was tempted to do the same. However, my desire to maintain an honest reputation prevented me from giving in to that temptation. As the invigilator expressed sympathy, I noticed that many others were cheating, and a wave of emotions washed over me: fear of failure, jealousy, anger, and a sense of injustice. Amidst this turmoil, I submitted my incomplete answer sheet to the invigilator and eventually fo...